Systems Architect

firstrand; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented System Architect to drive innovative IT strategies and solutions. In this role, you will be responsible for designing infrastructure components and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency. You will leverage your expertise in Kubernetes and Systems Architecture to simplify complex financial topics and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This dynamic environment encourages curiosity and mastery, offering opportunities for personal development and innovation. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the tech landscape, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate

Challenging working environment

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT experience with strong design skills in Linux and Windows systems.
• Experience in Systems Architecture and Kubernetes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver infrastructure components supporting multiple domains.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements.

Skills

Kubernetes

System Architecture

Linux

Windows

Java

Agile methodologies

Test-Driven Development

Education

IT-related Degree or Diploma

Tools

Cisco PCCE

Kubernetes/Rancher

OpenShift

Job description

time left to apply End Date: April 18, 2025 (5 days left to apply)

job requisition id R32219

Job Description

Responsible for the specification, product selection, and design of infrastructure components to implement system architecture and to drive business solutions through innovative Information Technology strategies.

Hello Future System Architect,

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

As part of our talent team at FNB ConnectMe, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

This role blends data-driven insights, content creation, and strategic marketing with a focus on simplifying complex financial wellness topics for different stakeholders. A person in this role needs to be adept at translating complex ideas into accessible narratives, while also ensuring that the content drives engagement and supports the IAE goals.

Are you someone who can:

1. Explore, develop, and design solutions utilising Kubernetes.
2. Enhance operational efficiency and propose solutions to improve cost-effectiveness.
3. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including end-users, SMEs, project managers, and senior staff, to gather and analyse business requirements.
4. Work on Cisco PCCE system design solutions for improved administration and solutions delivery.
5. Communicate system requirements to testers, developers, business analysts, and other relevant teams.
6. Design and deliver infrastructure components supporting multiple domains within the architecture, combining both current and emerging technologies.
7. Ensure compliance with audit, risk, and regulatory requirements, and implement necessary interventions.
8. Document technical architecture designs, conduct analysis, and support post-project evaluations and metric collection.
9. Provide technical consultancy on application or infrastructure projects, aligning systems with architecture standards and adapting the architecture when needed.
10. Drive continuous improvement in service quality, processes, and automation of IT systems.
11. Define and guide enterprise technology decisions and contribute to governance activities ensuring architecture compliance.
12. Support personal development and competency growth.
13. Deliver training on current systems and solutions when required.

You will be an ideal candidate if you:

1. Have an IT-related Degree or Diploma.
2. Have 5+ years of experience in the IT field.
3. Have programming experience or knowledge of programming principles.
4. Have 2-3 years of experience in Systems Architecture and Kubernetes.
5. Have strong design skills on Linux and Windows systems.
6. Have advanced implementation and administration expertise in Kubernetes/Rancher.
7. Have a Java development background (advantageous).
8. Have experience with automated deployments (advantageous).
9. Have solid understanding of infrastructure, data, and application systems.
10. Have TOGAF and/or Zachman certification (advantageous but not required).
11. Have knowledge of Test-Driven Development.
12. Are familiar with Agile methodologies.
13. Have experience with OpenShift.

You will have access to:

1. Opportunities to network and collaborate.
2. Challenging working environment.
3. Opportunities to innovate.

We can be a match if you are:

1. Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to take risks.
2. Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it.

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!

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#FNB

#LI-GJ1

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

18/04/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

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About Us

Serving retail and commercial customers, FNB is so much more than a bank, offering life and short-term insurance, innovative savings and investment products, and a digital universe of solutions that help customers navigate challenges and opportunities of everyday life. It has a market-leading app and a globally recognised rewards system in eBucks. FNB has won multiple awards, including the Strongest Banking Brand in the World in the Brand Finance Banking 500 2023 report. FNB represents multiple opportunities for you to build an exciting and rewarding career. Especially if you want to change people’s lives, in an authentic, profound and sustainable way.